Hypnotic Universe

Hypnotic Universe I'm a clinical hypnotherapist and relaxation therapist, working online and at Eastthorpe Hall in Mirfield, Yorkshire. Online & F2F appointments.

I help people relax, be more at peace with themselves, grow professionally, and address issues in their life. Creating calm corners for overwhelmed minds 🌸 Specialist in guided relaxation & gentle hypnotherapy for emotional balance 🧘‍♀️.

Did you know…Your nervous system doesn’t relax because you tell it to — it relaxes because it recognises a familiar sens...
16/02/2026

Did you know…Your nervous system doesn’t relax because you tell it to — it relaxes because it recognises a familiar sensory pattern.

In hypnotherapy, that familiar sensory pattern is known as an ANCHOR — a cue your system learns to recognise and respond to automatically.

When you repeat the same relaxing practice regularly, your body learns the route back faster each time. That’s why returning to the same Mind Spa journey can feel deeper, quicker, and more restorative than trying something new every time. Your system remembers what helped it settle — and it takes you there again.

If you’d like to build that familiar pathway for yourself, you’re welcome to join a Mind Spa session.

I offer group sessions at Eastthorpe Hall, individual sessions online or in person, and private or corporate groups either at Eastthorpe Hall or at your own venue if you have a suitable space. Please get in touch on 07808 931714 (UK) or +44 7808 931714 (Intl).

123 spots have so far been booked on my free Mind Spa events starting this Sunday. My biggest event yet. Can't wait!
16/02/2026

123 spots have so far been booked on my free Mind Spa events starting this Sunday. My biggest event yet. Can't wait!

***Today's Hypnotic Universe Case Study: How Hypnotherapy Helped a Client Turn Down Her Tinnitus and Feel More in Contro...
16/02/2026

***Today's Hypnotic Universe Case Study: How Hypnotherapy Helped a Client Turn Down Her Tinnitus and Feel More in Control***

I recently worked with a lady who’d been living with tinnitus for a long time. The constant noise had started to affect her sleep, her focus, and her stress levels. She told me it felt like she could never fully switch off - she said she felt like her nervous system was always “on.” Now, hypnotherapy doesn’t claim to CURE tinnitus, but it can help people change the way they EXPERIENCE it. That’s exactly what we focused on together.

Here’s what we did:
***She learnt how to “turn the volume down” internally*** Using hypnotic techniques, I guided her into a state where she could shift her attention away from the sound and reduce the emotional charge around it. We used sensory‑based imagery to help her brain “turn the dial down,” so the tinnitus felt less intrusive and less overwhelming.
***She built short‑term coping tools for flare‑ups*** These were simple strategies that she could use whenever the tinnitus spiked. Things like grounding techniques, breath‑based settling, and a personalised hypnotic cue she could use to calm her system quickly. These gave her something practical to reach for in the moment, instead of feeling helpless.
***She strengthened her long‑term resilience*** This worked on the stress–tinnitus cycle. When stress rises, tinnitus often feels louder; when tinnitus feels louder, stress rises. Through hypnotherapy, we focused on lowering her baseline stress levels, helping her body settle more easily, and creating a calmer internal environment overall. She did this by attending my regular Mind Spa (guided relaxation) sessions, which formed a natural end to her hypnotherapy sessions.

After a few sessions, she told me she felt more in control, more settled, and - most importantly - that the tinnitus “no longer ran the whole day.” The sound was still there, but her relationship with it had changed. She felt steadier, calmer, and more able to get on with her life.

If you’re living with tinnitus and want support in managing the stress, overwhelm, or emotional load that comes with it, hypnotherapy can be a gentle and effective way to build coping skills and feel more in control again.

Message me with your availability, to arrange your private hypnotherapy session. Louise 07808 931714 (UK) or +44 7808 931714 (Intl). I offer face-to-face and online sessions.

Another Hypnotic Universe Case Study: Supporting a 42 Year Old Woman with Her Diabetes ManagementA 42‑year‑old client ca...
15/02/2026

Another Hypnotic Universe Case Study: Supporting a 42 Year Old Woman with Her Diabetes Management

A 42‑year‑old client came to see me with a familiar challenge: Type 2 diabetes, a HbA1c of 98 mmol/mol (a measure of somebody's long term blood glucose level), and a pattern of forgetting to take her medication. She wasn’t careless. She was overwhelmed.

Between work, family, and the mental load of managing her health, she often found herself skipping meals, grabbing quick fixes, and forgetting her tablets - not because she didn’t care, but because she was simply stuck in survival mode.

She wanted to feel more in control. She wanted to eat better, remember her medication, and bring her blood glucose down - not just for her health, but for her confidence.

**Why hypnotherapy?**
When someone’s nervous system is overloaded, even simple tasks can feel impossible. Hypnotherapy helps calm that internal noise and rebuild the mental patterns that support consistent, healthy choices.

We worked together to:
* reduce overwhelm and mental fatigue
* create new, automatic habits around medication and meals
* strengthen her motivation and sense of self‑trust
* gently rewire the emotional triggers that led to avoidance or self‑sabotage

We didn’t focus on willpower.
We focused on sustained pattern change.

**The results?**
She had a weekly session for 4 weeks and then attended monthly Mind Spa sessions to keep on top of her stress levels. Nine months later, she got back in touch.
Her HbA1c was now 41mmol/mol (healthy!).

She was eating better, taking her medication consistently, and - most importantly - feeling proud of herself. That’s the power of working with the mind, not against it.

If you’re living with a health condition and want to feel more in control of your habits, hypnotherapy can support you in ways that feel calm, sustainable and empowering. I blend my nursing background with hypnotherapy experience to help you achieve the outcomes that you're looking for.

Message me with your availability to arrange your private hypnotherapy session.
Lou - 07808 931714 (UK) / +44 7808 931714 (Intl)

**A Hypnotic Universe Case Study: Overcoming ClaustrophobiaA lady in her 40's came to see me with a fear that had quietl...
11/02/2026

**A Hypnotic Universe Case Study: Overcoming Claustrophobia

A lady in her 40's came to see me with a fear that had quietly shaped her life for years: claustrophobia.

It wasn’t just lifts or small rooms. It was trains, changing rooms, crowded corridors, even certain conversations - anything that felt “closed in” triggered a rising sense of panic. She’d learned to avoid, adapt, and plan around it. But the cost was constant tension and a shrinking sense of freedom.

What made her story surprising to many was that her fear didn’t start with a traumatic event. It started with a moment of overwhelm - one she didn’t even realise had left a mark.

**Why does claustrophobia happen?**
The mind is always trying to protect us. Sometimes, it misreads the situation. If someone feels trapped, overwhelmed, or emotionally cornered — even briefly — the brain can tag that moment as unsafe.

Later, when they’re in a physically enclosed space, the nervous system remembers that feeling and reacts as though it’s happening again. It’s not a conscious fear. It’s a learned association. And over time, the body starts reacting to *space* as if it were *emotion*. And that’s where hypnotherapy can help.

**How hypnotherapy helped**
In our sessions, we worked gently with the part of her mind that had been trying to keep her safe. We used focused hypnotherapy techniques to help her nervous system separate past overwhelm from present reality — and to build a new sense of calm in enclosed spaces.

We didn’t force exposure. We built safety from the inside out. By session four, she found herself standing in a lift — something she hadn’t done in years — and realised she felt calm. No panic. No racing thoughts. Just a quiet sense of “I can do this.” That moment didn’t just change her commute. It changed her confidence.

**Get in Touch**
If fear or anxiety is limiting your life, even in subtle ways, hypnotherapy can help you create real, lasting change. Message me with your availability to arrange your private hypnotherapy session. Louise — 07808 931714 (UK) / +44 7808 931714 (Intl).

Hello everyone! I'm running some FREE guided relaxation events for the local community again in the next couple of week...
11/02/2026

Hello everyone! I'm running some FREE guided relaxation events for the local community again in the next couple of weeks. I ran these events last year and they were very popular and received great feedback! See below if you're interested.

***The Mind Spa - Guided Relaxation for Inner Calm and Wellness! - Multiple dates between Sun 22 Feb to Sun 1 Mar at 10am, 2pm & 6.30pm - 6 places per session - All sessions at Eastthorpe Hall***

***ABOUT THE SESSIONS***
Unwind and recharge with our free event dedicated to helping you find inner peace and wellness. Our guided relaxation sessions aim to leave you feeling refreshed and grounded. These sessions blend guided relaxation, guided meditation, mindfulness, breath-work and more, to help you achieve a more relaxed and grounded state. The sessions are constructed to benefit those seeking help for stress, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, racing thoughts, or simply looking for a relaxing and calming experience. People looking to reduce stress and anxiety as well as improving their sleep may benefit from these sessions.

***IMPORTANT NOTE***
Please book just ONE of my free sessions so that others may also benefit. My free sessions are identical in format.

***HOW TO BOOK***
Go to https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1982780764642?aff=oddtdtcreator (short link https://bit.ly/mspa2026) or scan the QR code (note that the QR code takes you on a redirect to my Eventbrite page). Once in Eventbrite, you can select your preferred date and time. If you have any problems or questions please get in touch. Hope to see you there!

Case Study: A Couple's Transformative Mind Spa Session at Eastthorpe HallA couple recently reached out to me during a pe...
10/02/2026

Case Study: A Couple's Transformative Mind Spa Session at Eastthorpe Hall

A couple recently reached out to me during a period of intense life transitions. They were navigating career changes, family pressures, and the emotional toll of constant uncertainty. Recognising the need for a restorative pause, they booked a private Mind Spa session with me at Eastthorpe Hall.

From the moment they arrived, the space was prepared to offer sanctuary. The session began with gentle breath-work to settle their nervous systems, followed by guided mindfulness to anchor them in the present moment. As they reclined in the warmth of the Mind Spa, I led them through a deeply immersive guided relaxation and meditation sequence tailored to their emotional state.

Layer by layer, the tension melted away. By the end of the session, both described it as the most relaxed they had ever felt. The shift was palpable—not just in their bodies, but in their energy and clarity. They left with renewed calm, deeper connection, and practical tools to support their wellbeing beyond the session.

I offer private Mind Spa sessions for individuals, couples, and small groups. Contact me for pricing tailored to your group’s needs.

I also work with corporate groups - wellness coordinators are welcome to get in touch to arrange bespoke sessions that support staff wellbeing.

To book or enquire: Message me with your availability to arrange your private Mind Spa session.

Louise 07808 931714 (UK) and +44 7808 931714 (Intl)

I've added a new blog post on creating a winter rest ritual, which those of you seeking inner calm should find useful. T...
05/02/2026

I've added a new blog post on creating a winter rest ritual, which those of you seeking inner calm should find useful. To view it go to https://bit.ly/wntrreset. Or scan the QR code in the attached images, which I've added to both my Facebook and Instagram posts. Go check it out now, if you're looking for a calmer, more peaceful life.

**A Hypnotic Universe Case Study: Overcoming a Fear of Driving Over Bridges**A man came to see me recently with a fear t...
04/02/2026

**A Hypnotic Universe Case Study: Overcoming a Fear of Driving Over Bridges**

A man came to see me recently with a fear that had slowly taken over more of his life than he expected: driving over bridges.

He wasn’t afraid of heights. He wasn’t afraid of water. He wasn’t even afraid of driving.

What made his situation unique was this:
is mind had linked bridges with danger - even though he logically knew they were safe.

**Why does this happen?**
The mind is always trying to protect us. Sometimes it makes the wrong connection.

A moment of stress, a sudden spike of anxiety, or even a difficult life event happening around the same time can cause the brain to “tag” a place or situation as unsafe. If someone experiences a surge of fear *while* crossing a bridge - even if the bridge wasn’t the cause - the nervous system can mistakenly store that moment as a threat.

From then on, the fear becomes automatic.
Not a choice. Not a weakness. Just a learned pattern.

Every time he approached a bridge, his body reacted as though something bad was about to happen - even though nothing ever did.

**How hypnotherapy helped**
During our sessions, we worked with the part of his mind that had been trying to protect him. Through gentle, focused hypnotherapy techniques, we helped his nervous system relearn the difference between *real* danger and a *false alarm*.

We softened the old fear response, rewired the association, and built a new sense of calm and control around driving.

By session three, something remarkable happened.

He drove over a bridge - the same one he’d avoided for years - and halfway across realised he felt completely calm. No panic. No racing heart. No gripping the wheel. Just a normal drive on a normal day.

That moment didn’t just change his journey. It changed his future.

If fear or anxiety is limiting your life, even in small ways, hypnotherapy can help you create real, lasting change.

Message me with your availability to arrange your private hypnotherapy session. Louise - 07808 931714 (UK) / +44 7808 931714 (Intl)

**Wednesday Wellness Wisdom** When life feels overwhelming, your nervous system isn’t broken — it’s overloaded.One gent...
04/02/2026

**Wednesday Wellness Wisdom**
When life feels overwhelming, your nervous system isn’t broken — it’s overloaded.

One gentle way to reset is to close your eyes and imagine a place where you feel completely safe. Let your breath slow. Let your shoulders drop. Let your mind rest there for a moment.

This isn’t just “visualisation.” In hypnotherapy, we use this technique to help your body shift out of survival mode and into a state where it can restore itself. Even 60 seconds can make a difference.

Your mind responds to imagined calm the same way it responds to real calm — and that’s where change begins.

If you’d like to experience this in a deeper, guided way, message me to arrange your private hypnotherapy session. Louise 07808 931714 (UK) / +44 7808 931714 (Intl)

✨ **FEBRUARY SPECIAL OFFERS & DEALS** ✨ A little experiment for February… if these offers are loved, I may keep them. I...
04/02/2026

✨ **FEBRUARY SPECIAL OFFERS & DEALS** ✨
A little experiment for February… if these offers are loved, I may keep them. If not, they’ll quietly disappear. So, feel free to share them with anyone who might benefit.

🌿 **PAY WHAT YOU CAN — Mondays Only**
Each Monday morning in February, one hypnotherapy session will be available on a pay‑what‑you‑can basis.
Whether that’s £25 or £100, it’s completely up to you.

These sessions are limited, so I trust that those who choose this option are doing so because it genuinely supports their ability to access hypnotherapy.

🌿 **20% OFF Your Programme**
Book your programme within 2 days of your initial consultation and enjoy 20% off your full first programme.

🌿 **FREE Mind Spa Session**
Everyone completing a programme this month will be invited to enjoy a complimentary Mind Spa session — a deeply relaxing blend of guided relaxation, mindfulness, meditation and breathwork. Simply book within one month of finishing your programme.

🌿 **£25 Cash Back**
Book *two* Mind Spa sessions in February and receive ÂŁ25 cash back after your second session (claim by end of March).

🌿 **£5 OFF Your Next Mind Spa Session**
Write a little note card sharing a good reason someone should visit the Mind Spa, and you’ll receive £5 off your next session (to be used within one month).

February is a beautiful time to reset, soften, and start shaping the year you want. If you’d like to book or ask any questions, just send me a message (WhatsApp/text 07808 931714) or message me on Facebook/Instagram. 💛

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